The 3532-SP Large Diaphragm Stereo Kit from DPA features two of the company's 4041-SP microphones, matched within ±5dB on both frequency response and sensitivity in the microphone's entire frequency bandwidth. These microphones emphasize clarity, openness, precision, low self-noise, and high sensitivity. They are suitable for a broad range of applications, including classical, jazz, and folk genres, grand pianos, guitars, overheads or close-miking drums, choirs, strings, and wind instruments. The kit also includes a carrying case, two foam windscreens, one stereo boom, one thread adapter for the stereo boom, and two microphone holders.
Main Benefits
- Modularity – interchangable capsules and preamplifiers
- Up to 120 dB dynamic range
- RF rejection between >60 and >40 dB
- Linear frequency response
- High SPL
- Superior gain before feedback
Description

The wide and versatile d:dicate™ Microphone series is legendary in the high-end recording and film production industry. Delivering clean, accurate sound, the mics in this series are used by professionals, who understand sound and insist on only using the best.
We have collected our award-winning d:dicate™ Recording Microphones in specialized stereo kits that contain the mics and accessories you need to capture fantastic sound no matter what your need. All kits are matched within either ±0.5 dB or ±1 dB depending on the kit you choose.
Tech Specs
Directional pattern: Omnidirectional
Principle of operation: Pressure
Cartridge type: Condenser w. stainless steel diaphragm
Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency range, ±2 dB: 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 4 - 6 dB soft boost at 8 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 250 Hz: 70 mV/Pa; -23 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Max. 8 dB(A) re. 20 µPa
Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4: Max. 20 dB
S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): 86 dB(A)
Total harmonic distortion (THD): < 0.5% THD up to 120 dB SPL peak, < 1% THD up to 126 dB SPL peak
Dynamic range: Typ. 118 dB
Max. SPL, peak before clipping: 134 dB
Output impedance: < 200 Ω
Cable drive capability: Up to 100 m (328 ft)
Power supply (for full performance): Via external power supply
Current consumption: 2.20 mA
Connector: 3-pin XLR-M (Standard P48)
Capsule diameter: 24 mm (1 in)
Microphone length: 170 mm (6.7 in)
Temperature range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
Relative humidity (RH): Up to 90%
4041-SP Frequency response
Typical on and off-axis response of a 4041-SP
Polar pattern
TyTypical on and off-axis response of a 4041-SP
Contents
- 2 x 4041-S Large-Diaphragm Microphone
- 2 x DUA0021 Foam Windscreen
- 2 x Microphone Holder
- Stereo Boom with Holders
- DYS0917 Thread Adapter for Stereo Boom
- Carrying Case